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An Inertial Measurement Unit Based Method to Estimate Hip and Knee Joint Kinematics in Team Sport Athletes on the Field
Published on: May 26, 2020
Acute Knee Injuries; On-the-Field and Sideline Evaluation
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|January 21, 2010
Summary
Rapid assessment of acute knee injuries in athletes is crucial. On-field and sideline evaluations, including specific physical tests, help identify significant injuries quickly.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Acute knee injuries are common in athletes, requiring prompt evaluation.
- Effective assessment differentiates serious injuries from minor ones.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a structured approach for assessing acute knee injuries in athletes.
- To detail the key components of on-field and sideline evaluations.
Main Methods:
- Initial on-field assessment: history, visual inspection, neurovascular check, range of motion.
- Sideline/training room assessment: comprehensive physical examination using specialized orthopedic tests.
Main Results:
- Specific tests like Lachman, posterior sag, and valgus/varus stress are vital for diagnosis.
- A systematic approach ensures thorough evaluation and identification of significant knee pathologies.
Conclusions:
- A rapid, tiered assessment strategy is essential for managing acute athletic knee injuries.
- Standardized physical tests are effective in diagnosing significant knee injuries on the sideline.
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